Wicks

TR LITTLE BUSHKILL CREEK· Pike, Pennsylvania· Built 1931· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Wicks is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1931 and is 95 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 13.2% in PA)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage34 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1931 (95 years old)
NID IDPA01085

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 26, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection

Ownership

CHRISTIAN HERALD ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wicks?

Wicks is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Wicks?

Wicks is owned by CHRISTIAN HERALD ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wicks built?

Wicks was completed in 1931, making it 95 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Wicks?

Wicks serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wicks?

Wicks has a dam height of 11 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Wicks last inspected?

Wicks was last inspected on July 26, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.